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Allegations of Large-Scale Illegal Cutting of Arjun Trees in Sakti, Questions Raised Over Forest Department’s Role

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Sakti: Report: Tula Ram A serious case of alleged large-scale illegal cutting and storage of Arjun trees has surfaced in Sakti district, particularly in Tushar Gram Panchayat and Jaijaipur, where several sawmills are reportedly involved. According to local sources, thousands of tractor-loads of Arjun wood have been cut and stored illegally over a long period. … Read more

RTE Reimbursement Stalled for 13 Years: Private Schools Issue Ultimatum to Chhattisgarh Government Despite High Court Order

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Raipur : The Chhattisgarh government is facing mounting pressure over its prolonged delay in reimbursing private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, with school managements warning of a statewide non-cooperation movement if an immediate decision is not taken. The Chhattisgarh Private School Management Association has submitted a final memorandum to the State Education … Read more

SECL’s ‘DigiCOAL’ Initiative Showcased as Model for Transparent Governance at National Vigilance Workshop

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New Delhi |South Eastern Coalfields Limited’s (SECL) digital transformation initiative, DigiCOAL, was presented as a model of transparent and accountable governance during a national workshop organized by India’s Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) on Wednesday. The workshop, titled “Digital Initiatives for Increasing Transparency in Governance,” was held at the SCOPE Convention Centre in New Delhi and … Read more

Sikkim Media Delegation Gets Firsthand Look at Green Mining Practices at Asia’s Largest Coal Mine

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Bilaspur, India |A 15-member media delegation from Sikkim visited the Gevra Coal Mine in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, gaining firsthand exposure to modern, environmentally responsible coal mining practices at Asia’s largest coal-producing site. The visit was organized jointly by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Sikkim and Chhattisgarh, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of … Read more

Truck Plows Into Wedding Procession in Chhattisgarh, Several Injured

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Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh: A joyous wedding celebration turned into chaos late Tuesday night after a truck rammed into a group of wedding guests dancing in a procession in Chhattisgarh’s Janjgir-Champa district. Several people, including women, were injured in the horrific road accident. According to local authorities, the wedding procession was moving along the road around midnight, … Read more

Police Crack Down on Dangerous Stunts During School Farewell in Baloda Bazar

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16 booked, including 12 minors, after viral video triggers swift action Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh: Police in Baloda Bazar district have taken strict action against dangerous vehicle stunts performed during a school farewell ceremony in Kasdol, after videos of the incident went viral on social media. The reckless behavior, which put lives at risk, led to … Read more

260 Couples Marry Under State Scheme, Sit for Hours in Harsh Sun Due to Poor Arrangements

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Korba, Chhattisgarh : As many as 260 couples tied the knot on the same day under the Chhattisgarh government’s Chief Minister Kanya Vivah Yojana, but the mass wedding ceremony in Korba district drew criticism after newlyweds were made to sit for nearly four hours in intense sunlight due to inadequate arrangements. The event was organized … Read more

Two Arrested in Prostitution Racket at Hotel in Durg District

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Durg, India |Durg Police have arrested two individuals in connection with an alleged prostitution racket operating from a lodge in the Chhawani area of Durg district, officials said on Sunday. According to the police, a tip-off was received on February 9 regarding immoral trafficking activities being carried out at a hotel located within the Chhawani … Read more

Motorcycle Theft Gang Busted in Bhilai, Four Cases Solved

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Durg, India |Durg Police have arrested a three-member gang involved in motorcycle thefts across multiple police station areas in Bhilai, successfully solving four separate cases linked to the group. According to police officials, on February 10, Supela Police received a tip-off that three individuals were searching for buyers to sell a motorcycle near Supela Chowk. … Read more

Durg Police Arrest 21-Year-Old Man With Over 2 Kg of Marijuana in Bhilai

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Durg, India |In a major action against drug trafficking, Durg Police arrested a 21-year-old man and seized more than two kilograms of illegal marijuana during a joint operation in Bhilai Nagar, officials said on Tuesday. The arrest was made on February 9 after Bhilai Nagar Police received a tip-off that a man was roaming around … Read more

Political Pressure Mounts on Chhattisgarh Government as Arjun Munda Backs D.Ed Aspirants

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Raipur : The ongoing protest by D.Ed-qualified candidates over the Chhattisgarh Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2023 has now gained national attention, with former Union Minister and ex-Jharkhand Chief Minister Arjun Munda stepping in to support the agitating aspirants. His intervention has significantly increased political pressure on the Vishnu Deo Sai-led state government. In a letter addressed … Read more

₹69.3 Million Released to Sugarcane Farmers, Major Relief for Bhoraamdev Sugar Mill Growers

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Kawardha, India: Sugarcane farmers associated with the Bhoraamdev Cooperative Sugar Factory in Kawardha received a major financial boost after the mill transferred ₹69.3 million (₹6.93 crore) directly into farmers’ bank accounts, bringing much-needed relief to growers who had been awaiting long-pending payments. With this latest installment, the total amount disbursed to farmers has reached ₹467.7 … Read more

Bulldozer Action Sparks Uproar in Dhamtari Village, Locals Protest Encroachment Drive

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Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh: Tensions flared in Piparchedi village under the Arjuni police station limits of Dhamtari district after the district administration launched a bulldozer operation against illegal encroachments on government land. The action, carried out on Monday, triggered strong resistance from local residents, forcing authorities to temporarily halt the drive. As soon as heavy machinery was … Read more

Workshop on Cashless Treatment Scheme 2025 for Road Accident Victims Held in Mungeli

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Mungeli |Under the direction of Superintendent of Police Bhojram Patel, IPS, a district-level workshop was organized in Mungeli to create awareness and ensure swift implementation of the Cashless Treatment Scheme 2025 for road accident victims, recently launched by the Government of India. The workshop focused on the integrated use of iRAD and eDAR digital platforms … Read more

Massive Anti-Narcotics Crackdown in Mahasamund: 132.5 kg of Marijuana Seized, 11 Arrested Within 24 Hours

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Mahasamund | Under Operation Nishchay, the Mahasamund Anti-Narcotics Task Force carried out three swift and coordinated operations within 24 hours, delivering a major blow to interstate marijuana trafficking networks. Acting with end-to-end precision, police successfully apprehended wholesale suppliers and buyers within six hours of intelligence inputs. In the three separate cases registered at Singhora, Komakhan, … Read more

Reaching Government Schemes to Rural Areas and Ensuring Benefits for Eligible Citizens Is Our Priority: Shrikant Pandey

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Pathariya (Sonpuri). Ensuring that information about government welfare schemes reaches rural areas and that eligible beneficiaries receive their rightful benefits remains our top priority, said Shrikant Pandey, President of the Mungeli District Panchayat. He was speaking as the chief guest at the Annual Function and Talent Felicitation Ceremony आयोजित at Maharani Lakshmibai Shishu Mandir School, … Read more

Union Budget to Drive Holistic Development of Chhattisgarh and Bastar: Srinivas Rao Maddi

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Bijapur (Chhattisgarh): Srinivas Rao Maddi, In-charge of the Bijapur Assembly constituency, has described the Union Budget as a powerful vision document that will accelerate the all-round development of Chhattisgarh, including the Bastar region, while strengthening India’s long-term growth trajectory. Speaking on the key highlights of the budget, Maddi said it goes far beyond annual financial … Read more

Congress MLA Vyas Kashyap Arrested Over Road Blockade Protest in Janjgir-Champa, Released on Bail

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Janjgir-Champa (Chhattisgarh): Congress legislator Vyas Kashyap was arrested along with 11 others by Janjgir-Champa police for allegedly blocking a major roadway during a protest over poor road conditions. The arrests were made on Sunday by Kotwali Police, following an investigation into a six-hour road blockade that took place on June 30, 2025. The protest was … Read more

Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Sand Mining in Balodabazar, Six Tractors Seized

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Balodabazar, Chhattisgarh: Authorities in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar–Bhatapara district have intensified their crackdown on illegal sand mining, seizing six tractors loaded with sand during a late-night operation. The action has triggered panic among illegal sand operators in the region. The operation was carried out on Saturday night in Bhanpur village under the Sonakhan tehsil, following repeated complaints … Read more

Union Budget Is a Roadmap to 2047, Not Just a One-Year Plan: Manohar Lal Khattar in Raipur

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Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is not merely an annual financial document but a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. Speaking at an interaction program held at the New Circuit House in Raipur … Read more

Village in Chhattisgarh Renamed from Chandarpur to Chandanpur, Residents Celebrate New Identity

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Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh: A small village in India’s Chhattisgarh state has received a new name—and with it, a renewed sense of dignity and hope. The village formerly known as Chandarpur has officially been renamed Chandanpur, following a state government notification published in the official gazette. For decades, residents said the old name often caused embarrassment and … Read more

SECL Wins CIL Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 with Dominant Final Victory

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Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) emerged as the champion of the Coal India Limited (CIL) Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 after defeating Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) by a convincing 6–1 margin in the grand finale held at the Late B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium in Bahtarai, Bilaspur. The tournament, hosted under the aegis of … Read more

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Surajpur, India: An unusual complaint has left police officials puzzled in Surajpur district of India’s Chhattisgarh state, where a forest department fire watcher has been carrying a bag of cooked rice for over a week, claiming it was poisoned in an attempt to kill him. The complainant, identified as Ramdhar Pandu, a fire watcher from … Read more